top attractions munich

Munich’s best bits:

Munich - the capital city of Bavaria is a cultural city with lots of theatres, museums, art galleries and operas. It's also got historical attractions, splendid architecture and green parks, so if you really want a feel for Munich, check out these top attractions!

Marienplatz is usually the first port of call for visitors to Munich. It's a colourful, lively square located right in the heart of the city and is home to the Mariensäule column, the New Town Hall, the Old Town Hall and the Fish Fountain. At the end of Marienplatz you'll see the Frauenkirche (or the Church of our Lady) Munich's most distinctive landmark with its two towers.

Visit the Residenz Palace, the former palace of the Bavarian Monarchs, Munich’s Königsplatz also known as King's Square, Maximilianeum – head of the Bavarian Parliament and the impressive Michaelskirche (St.Michael's Church) a large Renaissance church.

If you haven't had enough sightseeing you can also explore Peterskirche or St. Peter's Church (check out the viewing platform!), Ruhmeshalle Hall of Fame or the Siegestor Victory Gate – Munich's answer to the Arc de Triomphe!

For something a bit different why not visit the BMW headquaters and museum,Hofbräuhaus Beer Hall, Müllersches Volksbad – a public bathhouse or just relax in the sunshine with a beer in Englischer Garten!

You could also visit the Olympic Stadium, or watch FC Bayern Munich play at the Allianz Arena.

Other attractions to be seen in the city include the Altes Rathaus and the Neues Rathaus, the City gates and the famous hofgarten.

If you feel like escaping from the city for a day then the choices are endless. If you hire a car you can take a trip to the Alps, visit Salzburg in Austria or Nuremberg, Dachau and Stranberg.

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